Scientists and conservationists have raised concerns about environmental consequences as the islands are a UNESCO World Heritage Site ...

When emergencies strike in the Northview area, the Plainfield Township Fire Department has an advantage that most departments ...

In a world of overhyped and overcrowded destinations, Shades State Park remains a genuine hidden gem – a place where nature’s grandeur speaks for itself, no filter needed, and the only crowd you’ll ...

That’s Lumber River State Park in a nutshell – 13,659 acres of pristine wilderness hiding in plain sight in Robeson County, North Carolina. The blackwater Lumber River winds through this natural ...

The fall colors are in full peak at Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks. Check out some spectacular fall photos from photo editor Scott Anderson.

An aerial tour of Chicago the "City in a Garden," whose park system is considered the most important in the country. The most ...

The view line on SWPC's dashboard map shows people in up to 14 states could see the northern lights, or aurora borealis, ...

A pet dog fell off an oceanside bluff in San Francisco and spent more than 20 minutes clinging to a narrow ledge until ...

Located on the 1800 block of Boynton Drive, east of Waverly Road, the 10-acre park is a hidden gem — rustic, wild and ...

A new $80 million, 22-acre park with giant playground features, nature trails and gathering spots is the latest piece of a decades-long effort to provide steady waterfront access along 5.5. miles of ...

A 20-year dream is becoming reality in College Park, as city and county leaders broke ground Thursday on the new Roderick Gay Botanical Garden, a 40-acre green space designed to promote environmental ...

Great Parks is investing $1.25 million in upgrades at Glenwood Gardens to improve accessibility and preserve the park’s iconic features.